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What was a significant reason for the 'swing to the east' of the British Empire in the late 1700s/early 1800s?
What was a significant reason for the 'swing to the east' of the British Empire in the late 1700s/early 1800s?
- Compensate for the loss of the Thirteen Colonies in North America (correct)
- Desire to dominate Eastern Europe
- Pressure from other European powers
- Expansion opportunities in India
Why did the 'swing to the east' not immediately result in a significant focus on Western, Central, and Eastern Africa by the British government by 1857?
Why did the 'swing to the east' not immediately result in a significant focus on Western, Central, and Eastern Africa by the British government by 1857?
- Challenges from other European powers in Africa
- The Indian subcontinent was the primary focus at the time (correct)
- Economic devaluation of West Africa due to the abolition of slavery
- Lack of interest in African resources
What temporarily reduced the economic value of West Africa to Britain's Empire in the early 1800s?
What temporarily reduced the economic value of West Africa to Britain's Empire in the early 1800s?
- Abolition of slavery (correct)
- Increased competition from other European powers
- Natural disasters affecting trade routes
- Introduction of new trade routes
What was a key reason for British expansion in 'tropical Africa' according to the study notes?
What was a key reason for British expansion in 'tropical Africa' according to the study notes?
What was the primary focus diverting attention from tropical Africa at the time?
What was the primary focus diverting attention from tropical Africa at the time?
Why was British interest in Egypt limited in 1857? (There are multiple, pick one)
Why was British interest in Egypt limited in 1857? (There are multiple, pick one)
What was a significant factor contributing to British limited interest in Egypt in 1857?
What was a significant factor contributing to British limited interest in Egypt in 1857?
What was the primary reason for British hesitance in engaging with Egypt in 1857?
What was the primary reason for British hesitance in engaging with Egypt in 1857?
Why did the absence of the Suez Canal impact British interest in Egypt?
Why did the absence of the Suez Canal impact British interest in Egypt?
What was the main obstacle for British trade with India in 1857?
What was the main obstacle for British trade with India in 1857?
